Capital Projects Assistant Director — Lead University Builds

Georgetown University; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks a seasoned project management professional to provide strategic direction to project managers overseeing a portfolio of construction projects across campus. You will ensure alignment with design standards, university goals, and timely delivery within budget.

You will collaborate with Facilities, Archives, and partner departments to manage turnover, training, and closeout, while maintaining strong relationships with faculty and public agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field such as Civil, Structural, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Construction, Project Management, or Urban Planning.
• Five to seven years of progressive management of large planning, design, and construction projects; or equivalent managerial experience.
• Proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, and project planning/scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Directs project managers who lead teams of architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, and O&M personnel.
• Ensures project approvals from government agencies and community groups are secured.
• Monitors adherence to budgets and schedules; conducts schematic reviews and onsite inspections; validates change orders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Google Workspace

Scheduling software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Architecture

Job description

Georgetown University seeks a seasoned project management professional to provide strategic direction to project managers overseeing a portfolio of construction projects across campus. You will ensure alignment with design standards, university goals, and timely delivery within budget.

You will collaborate with Facilities, Archives, and partner departments to manage turnover, training, and closeout, while maintaining strong relationships with faculty and public agencies.